A Historical, Antiquarian, And Picturesque Account Of Kirkstall Abbey (1827) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165310241)

""A Historical, Antiquarian, And Picturesque Account Of Kirkstall Abbey"" is a book written by W. Mulready in 1827. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive description of Kirkstall Abbey, a Cistercian monastery located in West Yorkshire, England. The author covers various aspects of the abbey's history, including its foundation, construction, and dissolution. He also delves into the daily life of the monks who lived there, providing insights into their religious practices, economic activities, and social interactions. The book is richly illustrated with engravings and sketches that capture the beauty and grandeur of the abbey's architecture and surroundings. Overall, ""A Historical, Antiquarian, And Picturesque Account Of Kirkstall Abbey"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of medieval England, as well as for those who appreciate the beauty of Gothic architecture and landscape painting.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: W. Mulready
ISBN-10: 1165310244
ISBN-13: 9781165310241
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 240
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.72lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.51d